Patents by Inventor Joel Rosenblatt

Joel Rosenblatt has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Antimicrobial wraps for medical implants
    Patent number: 11896739
    Abstract: Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2024
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad, Andrew P. Dennis
  • ANTIMICROBIAL CATHETERS
    Publication number: 20230405191
    Abstract: Antimicrobial catheters and medical devices are provided. In some aspects, a low durometer aliphatic polyether polyurethane may be impregnated with a first antimicrobial agent (e.g., minocycline and rifampin) and coated with a second antimicrobial agent (e.g., chlorhexidine, gendine, or gardine). The antimicrobial catheters may display improved flexibility and resistance to kinking. Methods of producing the antimicrobial catheters are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2023
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel ROSENBLATT, Issam RAAD
  • Antimicrobial compositions and uses thereof
    Patent number: 11826332
    Abstract: In some aspects, provided herein are antimicrobial compositions comprising partially esterified polygalacturonic acid and certain fatty acids (e.g., caprylic acid). In some embodiments, the antimicrobial composition may be administered (e.g., topically or orally) to a subject, such as a human patient to treat an infection (e.g., an infection comprising a biofilm). In some aspects, improved catheters are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad
  • Antimicrobial catheters
    Patent number: 11738119
    Abstract: Antimicrobial catheters and medical devices are provided. In some aspects, a low durometer aliphatic polyether polyurethane may be impregnated with a first antimicrobial agent (e.g., minocycline and rifampin) and coated with a second antimicrobial agent (e.g., chlorhexidine, gendine, or gardine). The antimicrobial catheters may display improved flexibility and resistance to kinking. Methods of producing the antimicrobial catheters are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2023
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad
  • ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF
    Publication number: 20220087963
    Abstract: In some aspects, provided herein are antimicrobial compositions comprising partially esterified polygalacturonic acid and certain fatty acids (e.g., caprylic acid). In some embodiments, the antimicrobial composition may be administered (e.g., topically or orally) to a subject, such as a human patient to treat an infection (e.g., an infection comprising a biofilm). In some aspects, improved catheters are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2021
    Publication date: March 24, 2022
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad
  • Antimicrobial compositions and uses thereof
    Patent number: 11065223
    Abstract: In some aspects, provided herein are antimicrobial compositions comprising partially esterified polygalacturonic acid and certain fatty acids (e.g., caprylic acid). In some embodiments, the antimicrobial composition may be administered (e.g., topically or orally) to a subject, such as a human patient to treat an infection (e.g., an infection comprising a biofilm). In some aspects, improved catheters are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2021
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad
  • ANTIMICROBIAL WRAPS FOR MEDICAL IMPLANTS
    Publication number: 20210178023
    Abstract: Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2021
    Publication date: June 17, 2021
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel ROSENBLATT, Issam RAAD, Andrew P. DENNIS
  • Antimicrobial wraps for medical implants
    Patent number: 10953137
    Abstract: Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2021
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad, Andrew P. Dennis
  • ANTIMICROBIAL CATHETERS
    Publication number: 20210060213
    Abstract: Antimicrobial catheters and medical devices are provided. In some aspects, a low durometer aliphatic polyether polyurethane may be impregnated with a first antimicrobial agent (e.g., minocycline and rifampin) and coated with a second antimicrobial agent (e.g., chlorhexidine, gendine, or gardine). The antimicrobial catheters may display improved flexibility and resistance to kinking. Methods of producing the antimicrobial catheters are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2020
    Publication date: March 4, 2021
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel ROSENBLATT, Issam RAAD
  • Antimicrobial catheters
    Patent number: 10744232
    Abstract: Antimicrobial catheters and medical devices are provided. In some aspects, a low durometer aliphatic polyether polyurethane may be impregnated with a first antimicrobial agent (e.g., minocycline and rifampin) and coated with a second antimicrobial agent (e.g., chlorhexidine, gendine, or gardine). The antimicrobial catheters may display improved flexibility and resistance to kinking. Methods of producing the antimicrobial catheters are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad
  • ANTIMICROBIAL WRAPS FOR MEDICAL IMPLANTS
    Publication number: 20190388591
    Abstract: Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2019
    Publication date: December 26, 2019
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel ROSENBLATT, Issam RAAD, Andrew P. DENNIS
  • Antimicrobial wraps for medical implants
    Patent number: 10434221
    Abstract: Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad, Andrew P. Dennis
  • ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF
    Publication number: 20190046488
    Abstract: In some aspects, provided herein are antimicrobial compositions comprising partially esterified polygalacturonic acid and certain fatty acids (e.g., caprylic acid). In some embodiments, the antimicrobial composition may be administered (e.g., topically or orally) to a subject, such as a human patient to treat an infection (e.g., an infection comprising a biofilm). In some aspects, improved catheters are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2017
    Publication date: February 14, 2019
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel ROSENBLATT, Issam RAAD
  • Antimicrobial hydrochloric acid catheter lock solution and method of use
    Patent number: 10188110
    Abstract: A catheter lock solution includes a hydrochloric acid solution having a concentration of 0.3 Molar to 1.0 Molar. This hydrochloric acid solution may be used to lock a catheter and/or salvage an infected catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2019
    Assignee: Teleflex Medical Incorporated
    Inventors: Nisha Gupta, Elaine Steinke, Joel Rosenblatt
  • Antimicrobial solutions with enhanced stability
    Patent number: 10086114
    Abstract: Provided are antimicrobial solutions, including catheter lock solutions. In some embodiments, the solution contains an antibiotic (e.g., minocycline or trimethoprim), EDTA, and an alcohol (e.g., ethanol), wherein the pH of the solution is adjusted to about 6-8 to reduce precipitation. Methods of using the solutions and kits are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2018
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad
  • ANTIMICROBIAL WRAPS FOR MEDICAL IMPLANTS
    Publication number: 20180093018
    Abstract: Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2017
    Publication date: April 5, 2018
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel ROSENBLATT, Issam RAAD, Andrew P. DENNIS
  • Antimicrobial compositions comprising glyceryl nitrates
    Patent number: 9913820
    Abstract: Provided are antimicrobial solutions comprising a glyceryl nitrate (e.g., glyeryl trinitrate) in combination with a chelator (e.g., citrate), a peroxide, a fatty acid, and/or an alcohol (e.g., ethanol). In various aspects these components may synergistically act to kill or reduce the growth of microbes, such as bacteria or fungi, present in a biofilm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2018
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas Systems
    Inventors: Issam Raad, Joel Rosenblatt
  • Antimicrobial wraps for medical implants
    Patent number: 9849217
    Abstract: Biodegradable antimicrobial films are provided that are solid at room temperature and substantially liquefy in situ after implantation into a mammal, such as a human patient. Methods of using the films to cover a medical device, such as a breast implant, prior to insertion into a subject are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2017
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Joel Rosenblatt, Issam Raad, Andrew P. Dennis
  • ANTIMICROBIAL SOLUTIONS WITH ENHANCED STABILITY
    Publication number: 20170151373
    Abstract: Provided are antimicrobial solutions, including catheter lock solutions. In some embodiments, the solution contains an antibiotic (e.g., minocycline or trimethoprim), EDTA, and an alcohol (e.g., ethanol), wherein the pH of the solution is adjusted to about 6-8 to reduce precipitation. Methods of using the solutions and kits are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2016
    Publication date: June 1, 2017
    Inventors: Joel ROSENBLATT, Issam RAAD
  • ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING GLYCERYL NITRATES
    Publication number: 20160374978
    Abstract: Provided are antimicrobial solutions comprising a glyceryl nitrate (e.g., glyeryl trinitrate) in combination with a chelator (e.g., citrate), a peroxide, a fatty acid, and/or an alcohol (e.g., ethanol). In various aspects these components may synergistically act to kill or reduce the growth of microbes, such as bacteria or fungi, present in a biofilm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Issam RAAD, Joel ROSENBLATT